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    PracticePMI PMP®PMI PMP Practice Exam 5Question 51
    Hard1 markMultiple Choice
    Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligenceemotional intelligencesocial awarenesspersonality differencesteam dynamics

    PMP · Question 51 · Task 14: Promote team performance through the application of emotional intelligence

    A project manager observes that team dynamics have become tense due to personality conflicts between two key team members. One team member is very detail-oriented and methodical, while the other is creative and prefers flexible approaches. Their different working styles are creating friction that's affecting the entire team's performance. What emotional intelligence competency should the project manager apply FIRST?

    Answer options:

    A.

    Social awareness - Understand how different personality types and working styles are affecting team dynamics

    B.

    Self-management - Control personal frustration with the personality conflicts affecting team performance

    C.

    Relationship management - Immediately intervene to resolve the personality conflicts

    D.

    Self-awareness - Recognize personal biases toward different working styles

    How to approach this question

    When team dynamics are affected by personality differences, use social awareness first to understand the impact before applying other emotional intelligence competencies.

    Full Answer

    A.Social awareness - Understand how different personality types and working styles are affecting team dynamics✓ Correct
    A
    Social awareness involves understanding others' emotions, motivations, and how different personalities affect group dynamics. This understanding is essential before effective intervention can occur.

    Common mistakes

    Students often choose immediate intervention (C) or self-focused competencies (B or D), missing the need to first understand the team dynamics through social awareness.
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